Nichols, NY — Ilikemebettor A (Marcus Miller) captured the $11,000 Open 2 Handicap Pace on Sunday (June 18) at Tioga Downs.

Ilikemebettor A had another gear and won in 1:51.1. Fred Brown photo.

Ilikemebettor A ($2.50) went to the front and led to the quarter in :27. Rifleman (Brandon Parker) was first to make a move, going first-up heading to the clubhouse turn. Ilikemebettor A used a :28.1 second quarter to lead to the half in :55.1. The two continued to battle all the way down the backstretch. Ilikemebettor A was first to three-quarters in 1:23.2.

As they made the turn for home, Ilikemebettor A had another gear and won in 1:51.1. Rifleman had to settle for second. Mirragon A (Tyler Miller) finished third.

Ilikemebettor A is a 7-year-old gelding by Bettor’s Delight. He is trained by Erv Miller for owners Douglas Overhiser and Erv Miller Stable. It was his first win this season. He now has 13 career victories.

Louie won the Bulldog race final.

Live racing returns to Tioga Downs on Friday (June 23) starting at 6:15 p.m. For more information go to www.tiogadowns.com.